Absurdo

In 'Absurdo,' Homero Expósito delves into the bittersweet realm of nostalgia and lost love. The song opens with the singer reminiscing about a past relationship, vividly recalling the shared spaces and moments that once held so much promise. The imagery of the moon growing bored while waiting and the scent of time passing through the cedrón (a type of herb) evokes a sense of time slipping away, highlighting the ephemeral nature of their love. The mention of a waltz crying from a piano adds a melancholic tone, suggesting that the music itself mourns the lost romance.

The lyrics then shift to a reflection on the early days of their relationship, described as 'la era primera' (the first era), a time of youthful innocence and passion. The memory of a kiss beneath a cherry tree symbolizes the purity and intensity of their love. However, the song acknowledges the harsh reality that their love could not withstand societal pressures, particularly the disparity in their social and economic backgrounds. The line 'Una casa era pobre, otra rica' (One house was poor, the other rich) succinctly explains the external factors that contributed to their separation.

As the song progresses, the singer laments the passage of time and the futility of their efforts to sustain the relationship. The imagery of a withered love kept in a golden case contrasts sharply with the idea of a love that has given its all and is now devoid of warmth. The recurring motif of the waltz crying from the piano reinforces the theme of enduring sorrow and unfulfilled love. Through 'Absurdo,' Expósito captures the universal experience of looking back on a love that once seemed eternal but ultimately succumbed to the realities of life.